Mystery
Read Mystery Classics in English
743 mystery books at CEFR A2 to C2 — learn English by reading the stories worth reading. Select any word for an instant translation, listen to the narration read the page aloud, and save the vocabulary you meet. Pick your level and start with a free sample.
What are the best mystery classics to read in English as a learner?
The best mystery classics for English learners are the well-known titles you can read in the original — start with Young Wallingford, Young Blood and Yollop. Each one is labelled with a CEFR level, any word you do not know is one selection away from a translation, and the narration reads the page aloud while it highlights the words.
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Level B2MysteryMinkieWhen a mysterious guest named Schwartz arrives unexpectedly at Dale End on Christmas Eve, Minkie and her quirky gang—led by Bobby, the horse—set out to uncover his secrets, blendin…
Level B2MysteryMidnight In Beauchamp Row: 1895On a stormy Christmas Eve, a young bride is left alone with a bag of cash her husband must protect at all costs, setting the stage for a night filled with tension and mystery in a…
Level B2MysteryMaster tales of mystery, Volume 2 (of 3)A brilliant logician known as The Thinking Machine boldly claims he can escape any prison cell using only his intellect.
Level B2MysteryMaster Tales of Mystery, Volume 3In a quiet Connecticut town shaken by the mysterious poisoning of a rising actress, two determined men rush to unravel a tangled web of secrets, suspicious notes, and hidden motive…
Level B2MysteryMary Louise at DorfieldIn a town struggling to regain its prewar calm, Mary Louise and her friends confront the restlessness and shifting roles of young women eager to find purpose beyond old expectation…
Level B2MysteryMary Louise and the Liberty GirlsIn a small town struggling to meet its Liberty Bond quota during wartime, Mary Louise and her friends step up to prove that even the humblest girls can make a vital difference thro…
Level B2MysteryMary Louise and Josie O'GormanWhen a young widow faces sudden poverty, she teams up with her friend Josie, a skilled detective and laundress, to rebuild their lives through a quaint shop and a bold charitable p…
Level B2MysteryMary Louise Stands the TestAmid whispers of fortune and fading health, Mary Louise faces the challenge of her grandfather’s growing suspicion toward Danny, the scarred war hero she loves.
Level B2MysteryMary Louise Solves a MysteryAn eleven-year-old girl anxiously awaits news about her critically ill mother, whose days may be numbered.
Level B2MysteryMary Louise Adopts a SoldierAs the Dorfield Regiment returns from war, Mary Louise and her grandfather prepare to welcome the soldiers home, eager to help any displaced men find their place in a community sti…
Level B2MysteryMary LouiseAt Miss Stearne's strict boarding school, Mary Louise navigates teenage tensions and a controversial curfew that sparks a student rebellion.
Level B2MysteryMartin of old LondonIn the smoky streets of 1666 London, fourteen-year-old Martin Leake navigates the bustling riverbank and a mysterious rendezvous that hints at hidden dangers.
Level B2MysteryMalcolm Sage, DetectiveAn unassuming accountant-turned-detective with a bald head and restless hands must navigate post-war intrigue and hidden corruption, while the noble family that trusts him plots to…
Level B2MysteryLord John in New YorkWounded and recovering in a convalescent home, a talented detective and war hero faces unexpected challenges when a powerful New York magnate threatens to ruin the theatrical debut…
Level B2MysteryLinda Carlton, Air PilotA determined young woman seizes her chance for a thrilling first flight despite warnings, soaring into the skies with a daring pilot and encountering unexpected dangers that test h…
Level B2MysteryLinda Carlton's Perilous SummerA daring young aviator and her spirited friend take to the skies in their trusty autogiro, only to witness a shocking hit-and-run accident that pulls them into a perilous mystery.
Level B2MysteryLinda Carlton's Ocean FlightA daring young aviatrix faces a desperate race against time through dense fog to save a baby whose life hangs by a thread.
Level B2MysteryLinda Carlton's Island AdventureA daring young aviator, celebrated for her solo transatlantic flight, defies societal expectations to pursue a thrilling career in the skies.
Level B2MysteryLinda Carlton's Hollywood FlightWhen famed aviatrix Linda Carlton returns from a mysterious week-long flight, friends and family eagerly await news of her latest adventure.
Level B2MysteryLillian's vowOn a quiet winter night, an old man is attacked for a mysterious memorandum-book that could expose dark secrets of forgery and embezzlement.
Level B2MysteryLibrary of the World's Best Mystery and Detective StoriesA young woman of modest means receives a rare invitation to a grand ball but faces heartbreak over her lack of a suitable dress, setting in motion a tale of desire, sacrifice, and…
Level B2MysteryLarry Barlow's ambitionA young machinist and volunteer fireman dreams of joining New York’s fire department and inventing a revolutionary extension ladder to fight towering infernos.
Level B2MysteryLady Molly of Scotland YardA brilliant female detective takes on a baffling murder at Ash Court, where a young woman's body is found in a secluded pond.
Level B2MysteryKate plus 10When a priceless pearl necklace vanishes from a high-society gathering, Lady Moya Felton suspects the household maid—but the truth may be far more tangled.
Level B2MysteryJust a bit too fastA notorious bank robber known as Thought-and-a-half Morgan disguises himself as a harmless old woman to outwit the police in a daring heist.
Level B2MysteryJudith LeeA young teacher with a remarkable talent for lip-reading overhears a sinister conversation about a valuable silver collection at Myrtle Cottage, pulling her into a dangerous myster…
Level B2MysteryJosie O'Gorman and the Meddlesome MajorJosie O’Gorman starts her new job at a bustling department store where thefts are on the rise, including a missing box of expensive lace.
Level B2MysteryJosie O'GormanA clever girl detective with a famously unremarkable face discovers a surprising talent for disguises, using her unusual nose to outwit villains and hide her identity.
Level B2MysteryJoe Leslie's Wife; or, a Skeleton in the ClosetA young wife seeks the help of a New York detective to uncover the dark secret her beloved husband, Joe Leslie, hides—a secret that threatens to unravel their perfect marriage and…
Level B2MysteryJim Waring of Sonora-Town; Or, Tang of LifeIn the shadowed expanse of Agua Fria Cañon, a lone rider stakes his vigil, tracking elusive men through the desert's maze.
Level B2MysteryJim Cummings; Or, The Great Adams Express RobberyThree conspirators meticulously forge letters to execute a daring robbery on the Adams Express train, weaving a tense plan filled with deception, danger, and the threat of violence…
Level B2MysteryJessica, the HeiressAmid California’s blooming ranchlands, Jessica faces whispers of betrayal and family secrets threatening her inheritance.
Level B2MysteryJerry Todd and the Oak Island TreasureJoin Jerry Todd and his friends as they turn an old canal boat into a thrilling stage show while unraveling the mystery of a ghostly presence, a hidden treasure on a lonely island,…
Level B2MysteryJeanne of the MarshesIn a world of whispered suspicions and social exile, Major Forrest seeks refuge from an unseen threat among scarce allies and uncertain loyalties.
Level B2MysteryJanet Hardy in HollywoodAs winter snows linger, Janet Hardy rushes to school where the senior class eagerly awaits the announcement of parts for their play, "The Chinese Image.
Level B2MysteryJack O' JudgmentA mysterious murder marked only by a Jack of Clubs card sets off a tense game between a cunning, wealthy colonel and a relentless police chief determined to uncover the truth behin…
Level B2MysteryJack Haydon's QuestA school captain on the cusp of adulthood faces a mysterious stranger demanding a secret letter, thrusting him from the familiar fields of sport into a shadowy world of danger and…
Level B2MysteryJack Archer: A Tale of the CrimeaA young schoolboy’s dull routine is shattered when a sudden summons from home hints at an urgent family matter, thrusting him toward an unexpected destiny beyond Latin verses and s…
Level B2MysteryInside the LinesA spirited traveler’s lost luggage sparks a tense encounter at a busy train station, leading to an unexpected alliance with a mysterious stranger.
Level B2MysteryIn the camp of the Black RiderTwo friends, Ted and Buck, balance summer work and football dreams while planning an adventurous camping trip.
Level B2MysteryIn the Library: The Lady of the Barge and Others, Part 6.In a tense confrontation over betrayal and honor, Trayton Burleigh faces a desperate choice when his partner confronts him with ruin and exile.
Level B2MysteryIn the Bishop's CarriageA quick-witted young woman, caught with a stolen watch, escapes an eager pursuer by slipping into the luxurious carriage of a bishop, setting off a daring game of cat and mouse thr…
Level B2MysteryIn JeopardyA distant cousin’s sudden death draws a Philadelphia lawyer to a secluded Maryland estate, where old family wounds and unexpected inheritances stir secrets and suspicions.
Level B2MysteryIn Friendship's GuiseIn the vibrant streets of 1892 Paris, artist Jack Clare's promise of a joyful day unravels with the sudden disappearance of a wealthy collector, leaving behind a mysterious duplica…
Level B2MysteryI SpyAmid the looming threat of German espionage during World War I, a young British officer grapples with loyalty, love, and the shadows of secret plots that could topple England from…
Level B2MysteryHis Great AdventureA down-and-out young man wandering Fifth Avenue stumbles upon a mysterious stranger suffering violent seizures in the street.
Level B2MysteryHidden Foes; Or, A Fatal MiscalculationA man is found mysteriously dead in a quiet corridor, with no sign of violence or struggle.
Level B2MysteryHeritage of the seaIn the treacherous fog of Long Island Sound, a rum-runner captain navigates a maze of vessels, racing against danger and suspicion to deliver a secret cargo.